ABOUT
About
Rheumatology
Avon Rheumatology is dedicated to providing you with rapid access to high quality medical care.
Rheumatology is a Medical Specialty that deals with a wide variety of conditions. There are over 200 different types of arthritis; the most common are degenerative diseases such as osteoarthritis, but Rheumatologists' expertise is needed to diagnose and treat autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, polymyalgia rheumatica, and systemic lupus erythematosus.
Another common cause of widespread pain is fibromyalgia. This can sometimes be difficult to recognise; Rheumatologists are well-placed to make this diagnosis, although treatment usually requires input from a variety of professionals to help self-management.
Here for You
We are here to give you the best possible service. Our aim is to reach an early diagnosis, in order to plan the most appropriate treatment for your condition.
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Conditions we see
Inflammatory Joint Diseases
Rheumatoid arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Axial Spondylarthropathy, Gout, Pseudogout
Autoimmune Rheumatic Diseases
Systemic lupus erythematosus, Sjogren's Syndrome, Systemic Sclerosis, Vasculitis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Giant Cell Arteritis
Degenerative Conditions
Osteoarthritis, Cervical Spondylosis, Lumbar Spondylosis, Osteoporosis
Pain Syndromes
Fibromyalgia, Regional and Generalised Pain Syndromes
I am recognised by all the major insurance companies. Please read the details of your policy carefully, as it may not cover your treatment in its entirety; you may be liable for an excess charge.
You do not need to have a health insurance policy to be seen. I am happy to see self-funding patients. My fees are:
New Consultation (45 minutes) - £400Follow-up consultation (30 minutes) - £275Non-attendance charge - £100Joint injection - £100Medical reports for Insurance, Medicolegal etc - £350 per hourCosts for tests such as blood tests, x-rays, and scans will be charged separately by the hospital.
